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Moi University

country rank  9
world rank  5031

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Overview

Established in 1984, the Moi University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Eldoret (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Uasin Gishu. This institution also has branch campuses in Eldoret West Campus, Nairobi, Kitale, Kericho and Odero Akang'o. Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, Moi University (MU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Kenyan higher education institution. Moi University (MU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 40-year-old Kenyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Kenyan higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Moi University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Moi University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Moi University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Moi University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym MU
Founded 1984
Motto Foundation of Knowledge
Colours Green and white
Mascot The Nandi Bear
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address PO Box 3900
Eldoret
30100 Uasin Gishu
Kenya
Moi University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Moi University Phone Number +254 790 940 508
Moi University Fax Number +254 (53) 43047
Other locations Eldoret West Campus, Nairobi, Kitale, Kericho and Odero Akang'o

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Moi University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Moi University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Moi University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Moi University.

Moi University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Moi University's admission information.

Moi University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Moi University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Moi University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Moi University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Moi University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Moi University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 3900
Eldoret 30100
(53) 43121


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Moi University.

Moi University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Moi University has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Moi University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Moi University's Control Type Control Type

Moi University is a public higher education institution.


Moi University's Entity Type Entity Type

Moi University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Moi University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Moi University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Moi University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Moi University's main facilities:


Moi University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Moi University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Moi University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Moi University's main services:


Moi University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Moi University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Moi University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Moi University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Moi University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Moi University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Moi University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission for University Education of Kenya


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Moi University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Moi University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Moi University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Moi University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Moi University's Facebook page Moi University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Moi University's X (formerly Twitter) page Moi University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Moi University's YouTube channel Moi University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Moi University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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